1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Corolla | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Corolla | Kyron |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1068 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |